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Greater Texas Foundation

UHD GTF Scholarship - Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must be a graduate of a Designated Texas Early College High School in good academic standing, have earned at least 30 college credit hours with a grade of C or better, be classified as a Texas resident for tuition purposes, and be accepted to the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD).

You must have a minimum of 30 college credit hours earned with a grade of C or better.

This scholarship is specifically for graduates of Designated Texas Early College High Schools. Students from other high schools are not eligible.



Application Process

Yes, you must apply for federal, state, and institutional financial aid (grants/scholarships) through FAFSA or TASFA as part of the application requirements.

Yes, you must apply and be accepted to the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) to be eligible for this scholarship.


Award Details

The scholarship provides $2,000 per year for up to three years, for a total potential award of $6,000.

You can receive this scholarship for three years, as long as you continue to meet all requirements.

The scholarship is renewable for up to three years, but you must meet specific requirements each year to continue receiving it.
 
 
Maintaining the Scholarship

You must complete 30 hours of college work each academic calendar year (Fall through Summer).

Good academic standing typically means meeting the university's minimum GPA and academic progress requirements. Check with the Program Manager for specific GPA requirements.

Yes, you must continue full-time progression through fall-spring or fall-spring-summer semesters.

Failure to complete the required 30 credit hours may result in loss of the scholarship. You must meet all program requirements to continue receiving funding.

Yes, you must meet all semester requirements for attendance, participation, and completion of program assignments.

The Program Coordinator oversees the GTF Scholarship program. Complying with their advice is a requirement to maintain your scholarship. They can provide guidance on meeting scholarship requirements and academic success.

Taking time off or reducing your course load may affect your scholarship eligibility. Contact the Program Manager before making any changes to your enrollment status to understand how it might impact your award.

Contact the University of Houston-Downtown Greater Texas Foundation Scholars Program Manager for additional questions and guidance.